Introduction to Negative Numbers (Addition)

Our Introduction to Negative Numbers (Addition) worksheet gently introduces 5th and 6th graders to adding positive and negative numbers using a number line approach.

How to Solve Integers (Negatives)

Think of the number line: positive numbers move right, negative numbers move left. To add a negative number, move left from your starting position. To add a positive number, move right. For example, 5 + (-3) means start at 5 and move 3 steps left to reach 2. Drawing a number line can help visualize each problem.

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